Ideally
a body needs quality fuel to nourish and sustain it. Approximately
50% carbohydrates, 15% protein, 30% fat with plenty of
vitamins, fibre, minerals and water.
A
healthy diet is one that is high in fruit, vegetables,
grain and pulses and low in animal and dairy products.
Good
Foods |
Not
so Good Foods |
fresh
fruit |
refined
flour |
| fresh
vegetables |
sugar,
sweets, soda & deserts |
| whole
grains, wholegrain bread |
fried
foods |
| lean
meats or fish |
full
fat dairy foods |
| raw,
steamed and baked foods |
caffeine
and alcohol |
| fruit
spreads - no added sugar |
fatty
meats |
| skimmed
milk and low fat cheeses |
crisps
and other snacks |
